Chico, CA

Travel Guide

A historic building with a tower, striped awning, and parked cars.
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A park with a pond, trees, and a walking path.
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A historic building with a distinctive tower and a clock.

Where to stay in Chico

Find the best Chico areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
The entrance to the Madison Bear Garden with a bear sculpture, a clock, and a wheelchair accessibility sign.
Photo by Shannon Willitts
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Downtown Chico

While Downtown Chico might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and National Yo-Yo Museum.

Barber

While there might not be top attractions in Barber, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and National Yo-Yo Museum.

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North Chico

When in North Chico, you can plan a visit to Cinemark Tinseltown Chico 14 and Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chapmantown

Though Chapmantown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and National Yo-Yo Museum.

South Campus Historic District

While South Campus Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park and National Yo-Yo Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oxford Suites Chico

Oxford Suites Chico

3 out of 5
2035 Business Ln Chico CA
The price is SAR 368 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
SAR 368
SAR 458 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chico. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Oxford Suites Chico
DoubleTree by Hilton Chico

DoubleTree by Hilton Chico

4 out of 5
685 Manzanita Ct Chico CA
The price is SAR 336 per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
SAR 336
SAR 378 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chico. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Needs some updating"

Reviewed on 11 October 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Chico
Hotel Káterina

Hotel Káterina

4 out of 5
1930 Baney Lane Chico CA
The price is SAR 746 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
SAR 746
SAR 883 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chico. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions National Yo-Yo Museum and Chico ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews)
"Great and fun hotel. Staff was great. Great bang for your buck."

Reviewed on 12 October 2026

Hotel Káterina
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Fox at Fourth Street Walk to downtown Chico

Fox at Fourth Street Walk to downtown Chico

Chico CA
Stay at this vacation home in Chico. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions National Yo-Yo Museum and Chico Community Labyrinth are ...
7.6/10 Good! (19 reviews)
"Charming adorable place with a lot of character. Was the perfect place for my daughters and granddaughter and I to relax for the night. Nice little touches with the decor pretty tidy great neighborhood great walking distance to lots of things to see and do."

Reviewed on 20 September 2026

Fox at Fourth Street Walk to downtown Chico
3-bedroom house with AC near Bidwell Park-Great Location!

3-bedroom house with AC near Bidwell Park-Great Location!

Chico CA
Stay at this vacation home in Chico. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions National Yo-Yo Museum and Chico Community ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
"Clean, great neighborhood, and overall excellent stay. Highly recommend! Host was quick to communicate and very responsive."

Reviewed on 17 September 2026

3-bedroom house with AC near Bidwell Park-Great Location!
Luxury 4BR Family Home w/ King Suite + Game Room

Luxury 4BR Family Home w/ King Suite + Game Room

Chico CA
Stay at this vacation home in Chico. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gateway Science Museum and Bidwell Mansion State ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"The house is beautiful and clearly well cared for in a nice neighborhood. The fenced back yard is so green and pleasant and would be great for pets. My small granddaughters loved running on the green grass and throwing themselves down on the grass. The bathroom in the master bedroom is so perfect ..."

Reviewed on 27 September 2026

Luxury 4BR Family Home w/ King Suite + Game Room
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Stay near popular Chico attractions

A campus pathway with a sign for California State University Chico.
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California State University-Chico

9.0/10 (638 reviews)
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of California State University-Chico, during your travels in Chico. Discover the bars in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.
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